What parents can take from this research
Harder maths places demands on working memory, which is one reason accessible foundational knowledge can matter.
What the research found
Mathematical performance beyond simple fact retrieval depends strongly on working memory, and mathematics anxiety can consume cognitive resources.
Full citation
Mark H. Ashcraft & Jeremy A. Krause (2007). Working memory, math performance, and math anxiety. Psychonomic Bulletin & Review.
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